Mushroom picking in Pontefract
Pontefract lies at about 69 m. Forest is scarce here: 9 % within 10 km, mostly beech and oak. Conditions were best most often for King Trumpet Mushroom, Shaggy Ink Cap and Red-cracking Bolete in 2026. Today Red-cracking Bolete leads with 10 %.
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Which mushrooms grow in Pontefract?
In the 2026 season our forecast showed the most good days in Pontefract for King Trumpet Mushroom, Shaggy Ink Cap, Red-cracking Bolete.
How much forest is there in Pontefract?
Within 10 km of Pontefract about 9 % of the land is forest.
When is mushroom season in Pontefract?
The main season is usually August to October; rain and warmth decide when it starts. The growth chance above shows today, the mushroom forecast the next 10 days.